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MENTAL

Deceptive Fairy Tales and the Desperate Worshiping at the Altar of Beauty

Fairy tales begin to embed the belief in childhood that beauty is the primary goal of life, and we believe it to our detriment.

ENVIRON

Where is our next plastic straw movement going to come from?

At COP29’s Green Zone, the Extreme Hangout Pavilion buzzed with energy as a diverse panel of leaders and changemakers tackled a pressing question: Where is our next plastic straw movement going to come from?

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UNDERSTANDING

Preparing for: Vaginal Hysterectomy

A vaginal hysterectomy is a minimally invasive technique to remove the uterus. Vaginal hysterectomy is a minimally invasive surgery that benefits patients by having only a vaginal incision, shorter hospital stay, faster recovery, reduced pain, and a shorter hospital stay.

DISEASES

Medical Innovation Still Matters—Even When the System Makes It Hard

Healthcare today is increasingly shaped by actuarial logic rather than human outcomes. Coverage decisions are driven by algorithms, prior authorizations delay care, and access...

Is Social Media to Be Trusted for Health Information?

The Internet is an incredible wealth of information, not all of it truly scientific or health-promoting, but it can prove a quick way to garner details on health matters.

Chlamydia: The Most Common Bacterial STI and How to Avoid It

Chlamydia, caused by the bacterium Chlamydia trachomatis, is the most common bacterial sexually transmitted disease in the United States

Hockey Fan Spots Melanoma

NOT JUST ANOTHER NIGHT AT a hockey game. The Canucks faced off against my Seattle Kraken. Sitting behind the arena glass, a young woman spies...

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SAFETY

Texas Provides a Useful Tool For Covid Vaccination Sites

Senior citizens need to know you qualify for vaccination now. Unfortunately, you are going to have to take a proactive stance until distribution improves. Call various locations and get your name on the lists.

CARDIO

A Few Minutes of Intense Exercise Can Change Your Body

We all know that exercise is good for us. It lowers the risk of cardiovascular disease and diabetes, helps control weight, preserves muscle, and,...

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Dr. Stella Immanuel on Medika’s Quack Scale

Dr. Stella Immanuel scores 5 out of 5 on Medika's Quack Scale. She poses a high risk to the general public and we recommend against following any of her advice.